Veterinarians solemnly swear to use their scientific knowledge and skills "for the benefit of society through the protection of animal health and welfare, the prevention and relief of animal suffering, the conservation of animal resources, the promotion of public health, and the advancement of medical knowledge."
Today's veterinarians are in the unique position of being the only doctors educated to protect the health of both animals and people. They are not only educated to meet the health needs of every species of animal but they play an important role in environmental protection, food safety, and public health.
In taking The Veterinarian's Oath, a doctor solemnly swears to use his or her scientific knowledge and skills "for the benefit of society, through the protection of animal health, the relief of animal suffering, the conservation of animal resources, and the advancement of medical knowledge."
Today nearly 70,000 veterinarians are professionally active in the United States. They provide a wide variety of services in private clinical practice, teaching, research, government service, public health, military service, private industry, and other areas.
This section contains articles to help you better understand how veterinary medicine can help you and your pet enjoy the longest and fullest life together.
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Summer Paw Care For Hot Pavement and Exercise Outside
Category: Newsletter Library, Seasonal Topics
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Managing Your Cat's Night-Time Activity
Category: Newsletter Library, Cats
Does your cat enjoy midnight sprints through your home? These tips can help curb the behavior.
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Common Pet Skin Issues and How to Treat Them
Category: Newsletter Library, Tips for Pet Owners
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Keeping Your Pets Safe During Flea and Tick Season
Category: Newsletter Library, Fleas & Parasites
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Pawty with Your Pet - National Dog Party Day
Category: Newsletter Library, Seasonal Topics
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What To Know About Bathing and Grooming Your Dog
Category: Newsletter Library, Tips for Pet Owners
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Managing Your Pet’s Anxiety
Category: Newsletter Library, Behavior & Training
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April is National Heartworm Awareness Month
Category: Newsletter Library, Seasonal Topics
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Preparing for Kitten Season - Spay and Neuter Your Pets and Keep Them Safe and Indoors
Category: Newsletter Library, Cats
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How To Avoid A Pet Poisoning
Category: Newsletter Library, Pet Dangers
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Your New Year's Diet Could Be Deadly To Your Pet - Xylitol Toxicity In Dogs
Category: Newsletter Library, Seasonal Topics
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Preparing For Pet Dental Month
Category: Newsletter Library, Keeping Pets Healthy
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What to Do If Your Pet is Stung
Category: Newsletter Library, Tips for Pet Owners
Don't get us wrong, we love the bees! But we don't love when our pets get stung. Follow our tips to treat and prevent bee stings on your furry best friend.
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Why the Controversy About Pet Vaccinations?
Category: Newsletter Library, Visiting the Vet
As with anything, pet vaccinations can be too much of a good thing. Similar to parents who are learning more about vaccinations for children, veterinarians and pet owners alike are beginning to question some of the standard wisdom when it comes to protecting pets. There are certain fatal diseases against
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Introducing a New Pet to Your Current Ones
Category: Newsletter Library, Tips for Pet Owners
Are you considering adding another furry companion to your family? If so, have you thought about how your new pet will interact with your current ones? Introducing a new pet into the family is always exciting, but it’s important to make sure that the pets you already have are prepared for the new addition.
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Is Your Cat's Personality Influenced by Coat Color?
Category: Newsletter Library, Behavior & Training, Newsletter Library, Cats